INSTALLATION (CONTINUED)
Test the Equipment
Check for Gas Leaks
NOTICE: Matches, candle flame, or any other potential source of
ignition shall not be used for this purpose.
1. Rotate the gas control knob for the main burner(s) to the OFF
position.
2. Connect the equipment to the gas supply.
3. Apply soapy water to each connection.
4. Turn ON the main supply valve.
5. Look for bubbles at the connections.
6. Tighten the connections as needed.
Light the Pilot Burners
NOTICE: To light the pilot burner, you will need a flame source with
an extension which is at least 8" (20.3 cm) long. Hold the
flame source through the opening in the front panel near
the red button for the pilot light you are lighting.
1. Turn OFF the main gas valve to griddle.
2. Turn OFF all of the burner control valves.
3. Wait 5 minutes to allow any gas to dissipate.
4. Turn ON the main gas valve.
5. For each main burner and pilot burner, confirm that thermocouple
(currently at room temperature) is preventing the flow of gas. If the
thermocouple is defective, replace it before proceeding to Step 6.
6. Light the pilot burner while pressing the red button on the flame
failure protection device. Hold the button for at least 10 seconds to
allow the pilot flame to engage the thermocouple.
Test the Main Burners
After lighting all of the pilot burners, ensure that each main burner
functions correctly.
After the lighting the pilots, the main burners can be ignited by pushing
and turning the control knob from the "off" position to the desired
setting. Visually check that the pilot light ignites the main burner.
The main burners can be extinguished by turning the control knob back
to the "off" position. The pilot lights can be extinguished by shutting off
the gas supply at the shut-off valve installed on the gas line.
BEFORE FIRST USE
Burn-In the Equipment
1. Rotate the gas control knob(s) to the maximum setting.
2. Allow griddle to heat and burn-in for approximately 30 minutes.
NOTICE: You may notice smoking during this initial burn-in;
this is normal.
Season the Griddle Surface
1. While the griddle is warm, rub cooking oil, shortening, beef suet, or
the like on the griddle surface with a clean cloth.
2. Heat the griddle to medium high and allow it to operate for
approximately 30 minutes.
3. Rotate the gas control knob(s) to low and allow the surface to cool.
4. Remove any excess oil and wipe clean.
5. Repeat the process; oil, heat for 30 minutes, cool, and wipe clean.
Thermostatic Heavy-Duty Gas Flat Top Griddle Operator's Manual
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
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Griddle Plate. Cooking surface.
B
Pilot Light Access Hole. Allows access to the pilot light.
C
Gas Control Knob. Used to set or adjust the temperature of the
griddle surface.
D
Drip Tray. Collects grease and oil. This tray can be removed for
cleaning.
E
Flame Failure Button. Used when igniting the pilot light. Allows
gas supply to the pilot lights when the thermocouple is cold.
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Adjustable Foot. Used to adjust the level of the equipment.
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Leg. Supports the equipment.
OPERATION
WARNING
Fire, Death Hazard
If you smell gas follow the instructions provided by the gas
supplier.
Do not touch any electrical switches; do not try to light the
burner; do not use a telephone in close proximity.
CAUTION
Burn Hazard
Hot liquids and steam can burn skin. Never pour any liquid
other than oil to be used for cooking onto hot surfaces.
CAUTION
Burn Hazard
Ensure that the cooking surface has cooled down before
touching by hand.
1. Verify the drip tray is in place.
2. Lightly oil and wipe the surface clean to remove any contaminants
that may have accumulated or have seeped from the surface and/or
perimeter since last use and to ensure a clean non-stick cooking
surface.
3. Ignite the main burner(s) by rotating the gas control knob(s). Adjust
to the desired heat level.
4. Preheat the griddle for 15 minutes.
5. Cook the food.
6. Empty the drip tray periodically to ensure it does not overflow.
7. Do not allow oil or grease to build up on the griddle. Doing so can
lead to carbon build-up, which can adversely affect the performance
of the griddle.
8. Allow the griddle to cool at the end of each cooking cycle.
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